Water Sports
There is almost no water sport that cannot be found on Boracay.
Wakeboarding, jet skiing, water skiing, knee boarding, and kayaking
among others are all easily accessible through the shops on the beach.
Even if you don't find them, you're sure to be approached by someone
that will inform you of their water activities services. Boracay is
known throughout the globe as among the best spots for kiteboarding,
windsurfing, and diving. Upon arrival, visitors are welcomed with
signboards that advertise rates for board rentals, diving, and lessons
for each (in different languages too).
Windsurfing, Kiteboarding
Bulabog Beach, located on the northeastern part of the island, is the
place to be for windsurfers and kiteboarders. The Asian Wind Surfing
Tour sponsors the Boracay International Funboard Cup here where pros
the world over participate in friendly competition. Drop by between
December and early March to catch those northeast monsoon winds!
Scuba Diving
Yapak Beach, also known as Puka Beach,
is a great place for deep sea diving. There are dive sites all over
Boracay for both beginners and pros. There are many helpful instructors
throughout the island that will get you ready to explore your undersea
haven. There are currently eighteen first class diving schools in
Boracay.
Cliff Diving
There's a great cliff diving resort called Ariel's Point which is
located at Baruanga Town; a 40 minute banca ride from White Beach. The
cliff is complete with a stair case, ladders and planks built in for
exciting jumps that range from 3 to over 10 meters (the grand daddy)!
Bananaboating
This is not so much a sport as a
Boracay tradition because it does not require any measure of athletic
finesse whatsoever. In fact, as you will learn, the source of a lot of
its magical moments is in submitting to gravity rather than trying to
conquer it; which can be just as graceful. Bananaboating involves a
large inflatable "banana" that several people can mount at once.
Hilarity ensues as it is tugged mercilessly across the waves via
speedboat. Bananaboat's are usually just sitting right at the shore of
White Beach.
Reef Walking
Friday's resort offers a great chance
for anybody from kids to adults to literally walk around on the seabed!
How does it work? You are fitted with a cute yellow helmet connected to
an oxygen tank after which you will descend underwater on a ladder; and
then off you go! Just contact the activity officer at the Friday's
front office for this great opportunity. If you've got a waterproof
camera, this is a picture taking opportunity that cannot be missed!
Parasailing
The rush of being hoisted into the air and the serene view of the
island are attributable only to the parasailing experience which can be
done with up to three people at a time. You'll usually be approached by
someone about their parasailing services. It can get pricey so keep
those haggling skills sharp.
Snorkeling
There are dozens of places for snorkeling at Boracay; the most
recommended being Crocodile island where a fascinating variety of coral
and tropical fish await.